Virtual Reality Relaxation for Addiction Inpatients

Virtual Reality Relaxation at an Adolescent Addiction Inpatient Ward: A Single-arm Pilot Trial

This trial examines the immediate session effect of Virtual Reality (VR) relaxation, when used at an addiction inpatient ward for adolescents.

Past research has revealed that Virtual Reality nature environments can be used to induce relaxation, yet this type of intervention has not yet been evaluated in a clinical setting. This trial examines whether VR relaxation can be used as a digital equivalent of a (physical) comfort room at an an addiction inpatient ward for adolescents.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient at Maria Ungdom inpatient ward.
• Sufficient grasp of Swedish to understand terms of study participation and intervention instructions.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Self-reported stereoscopic vision or balance problems hindering VR experience.
• Self-reported history of repeated violent outbursts when using technology.